Politics

Pittsburgh Mayor Speaks to Students Amid Scanner Threat Probe

Corey O'Connor addresses hate, safety concerns after recent threats over police scanner channels

Mamdani Appoints New Head of NYC Homeless and Social Services

Erin Dalton, former Allegheny County official, to lead NYC's Department of Social Services amid homelessness crisis

Mamdani Appoints Allegheny County Official Behind Controversial AI Algorithm as NYC Social Services Boss

Erin Dalton, who faced backlash over an algorithm that disproportionately targeted Black families in Pennsylvania, will now lead New York City's Department of Social Services.

Sewickley Man Arrested by ICE While Daughter Battles Cancer

Family says Bruno Guedes da Silva was taken into custody without warning while on his way to work.

PA Governor Opposes Potential ICE Crackdown

Shapiro warns against 'chaos' as immigration agents step up operations in Pittsburgh area

ICE Expands Footprint Nationwide During Government Shutdown

Documents reveal surge in lease acquisitions for new ICE facilities across the U.S., raising concerns about immigration enforcement impact on local communities.

Conservative Media Voices Criticize Trump's Iran War Decision

Prominent conservative figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly have broken ranks to question the president's actions.

Trump's Energy Plan Prioritizes AI Over Clean Air

Critics say the administration's push to revive coal power is more about boosting machine capacity than preserving human health.

Pennsylvania Governor Proposes Increased Funding for Public Transit

Shapiro's budget plan would boost sales tax allocation to mass transportation by nearly 2%.